May through September are traditionally the hottest months in Texas, with temperatures reaching the triple digits. Coupled with the high humidity our region is known for, extreme heat like this can be dangerous, especially for older adults, children and overweight individuals. Here are some tips from Ready.gov to help you prepare for extreme heat.
CITY OF WACO
City of Waco The City of Waco and the Waco-McLennan County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) have re-established the cooling center from Wednesday, August 2 through Sunday, August 6, 2023, except for Saturday, August 5 at the City of Waco Multipurpose Center, 1020 Elm Avenue. The center is open to residents from 1 to 8 p.m. Air conditioning, seating, and bottled water will be available on-site. Crated pets are also welcome. The cooling center will be extended as needed depending on the weather.
CITY OF KILLEEN
The Friends in Crisis Shelter, located on 412 East Sprott Street, is already open daily. Any day that has forecasted mid-day temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the shelter will open at 1:00 p.m. and remain open overnight.
City of Killeen buildings are always open and available to the public for cooling during facility hours. Some of these buildings include City Hall, libraries, the Recreation Center, Police Headquarters, etc.
People who want to donate water can drop it off at any Killeen Fire Station and let them know it is for cooling centers. For non-water donations, contact the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management at (254) 501-7706 to see what is needed.
HARKER HEIGHTS
Recreation Center, 307 Millers Crossing - Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed on Sundays
SALVATION ARMY LOCATIONS
https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/waco
The Salvation Army also has large indoor fans to give to qualified families now. Circulating cool air throughout a home is essential to keep the temperatures down during the heat of a Texas summer. Please send those needing a fan to 4721 W. Waco Drive, Waco, TX 76710
https://salvationarmyntx.org/north-texas/locations